Once discovered by backpackers some 30 years ago, Thailands
third largest island, Koh Samui, has still preserved its
original tropical charm and relaxation and enjoyable holidays
already starts at the airport with its bamboo hut romantic and
tropical surrounding. Samui has everything to offer to make your
vacation an unforgettable one - white sand beaches, beautiful
nature, delicious wining & dining and accommodation with the
tropical flair you have dreamed of. You can rejuvenate your body
and soul in one of the spas, join some of the fun activities and
explore the attractions around the island. After dark bars, pubs
and dance clubs invite for a drink or two and the roads are
lined with all kind of shopping opportunities. Daily flights
from Bangkok and other destinations make Samui easy accessible,
even for a short weekend trip.

Chaweng Beach6
km of white sandy beach, tropical hotels, a hopping
nightlife, numerous restaurants and shopping opportunities
makes Chaweng the most popular beach on the island's east
coast. During the day one can relax on the beach, enjoy some
water sports or other activities while at nighttime Chaweng
transfers to a bustling entertainment area with live music,
cabaret shows, dance clubs and dining opportunities not to
be missed.

Lamai Beachis the
second popular beach after Chaweng. The sea gets quickly
deeper making it perfect for swimming and water sports. At
the southern end of the beach the famous Grandfather &
Grandmother rock formations, stretch their bizarre shapes in
the sky. Restaurants, spas, bars and shopping opportunities
are plentiful and the nightlife is just second to Chaweng
however generally, Lamai is perfect for families and
couples.

Bophut Beach
Located in the North of Samui, between Maenam and Chaweng,
Bophut consists of the Fisherman's Village and the beach
west of it. The beach at the village is small and not too
suitable for swimming as there are many tour and diving
boats going from here to other islands. It still conveys the
atmosphere of a small fishing village however it recently
turned as well into a dining Mecca, with plenty of excellent
restaurants not to be missed.

Maenam Beachis
located in the North of Samui with smooth sand and good
swimming preferences, perfect for families with small
children as the water is shallow and there is no noise from
nightlife or traffic. Shopping opportunities as well as
restaurants are located in the area, most within walking
distance. It is just a 15 minutes drive to the action in
Chaweng and 10 minutes to Bophut's Fisherman Village for
some fine wining and dining.

Big Buddha Beach
is located in the northeast of Samui and has smooth sand,
good swimming preferences and is safe for children. From
here you have fantastic views over the 12 meter high golden
Big Buddha. Big Buddha Beach has everything to offer like
restaurants, bars and shopping opportunities and all kind of
accommodations from simple beach huts to tropical resorts
catering to all budgets.

The biggest attraction
of Koh Samui are, of course, the pristine, palm fringed
beaches with powdery white sand. But there is more on
Samui to see. Apart from the colorful temples one can
enjoy breathtaking views over the beaches and
neighboring islands, take a refreshing dip in one of the
waterfalls or get enchanted at the Magic Buddha Garden
in the heart of the island.

Samui and the surrounding
islands are renowned worldwide for their monthly moon
parties, vibrant pub & club scene and live music
performances with national and international artists.
Nightspots offerings here vary from a lounge in the bar
to disco dancing. You can't expect Pattaya or Bangkok
here, but you will certainly not miss excitement if
that's what you are looking for.

Watersports like
diving, sailing or kite boarding are naturally the most
popular activities on Samui. But for the more landbound
visitor there are plenty of other activities to choose
from - be it tennis, golf or Thai boxing for the active
ones or activities the whole family can enjoy together -
there is plenty to do to keep yourself fit and have fun.

Be it at colorful markets,
road side stalls or air-conditioned shopping palaces:
You will find what you are looking for - from the little
souvenirs for the loved ones at home to brand name
products and from handicrafts from all over Thailand to
high tech gadgets. The avid shopper can fullfill his
dreams right here. And what is more fun than having some
small change left for a cold sip on the beach after a
hard day of bargaining.

One of the
greatest joys of Thailand, and especially Samui, is the
superb cuisine, abundant and combined with a growing
number of European & international restaurants; the
choice is immense. It is easy to eat sumptuously for
little more than 200 Baht per person. From street side
stalls to 5 star luxury dining - there is a place to
please every budget and taste. And, beeing an island,
seafood is the most popular choice of food on Koh Samui
and should not be missed.

Thailand excels in
the quality and diversity of its spa offerings. Thai
spas really do have it all - variety and value framed in
a perfect blend of Western leisure concepts and
traditional Asian wellbeing therapies.